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    Civic Conversations

    Civic Conversations

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Bloomsburg
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: In-person
    McBride Memorial Library 500 North Market Street, Berwick

    Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules.

    Electing California’s Governor: Pure Democracy or Pure Chaos?

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: Online
    Online

    California’s “jungle primary” election process has brought a 2026 ballot with 61 candidates for governor. All voters, regardless of party, can vote for any candidate. The top two vote-getters advance to the general election in November. Is this democracy at its best or a confusing mess? Critics of the jungle primary process include both Democrats […]

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
    Partner Org(s): Catonsville Presbyterian Church
    State/Region: MD
    Setting: In-person
    Catonsville Presbyterian Church 1400 Frederick Road, Catonsville

    * Local Focus: Maryland Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free, three-hour workshop teaches participants: How to be more aware […]

    Film Screening – Bridging the Gap Episode 2

    Host Organization: LA County Alliance
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: Hybrid
    Center for Spiritual Living Granda Hills 17622 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills

    **Local Focus: Southern California Join us for Episode 2 of Bridging the Gap! If you enjoyed Episode 1, you’ll love Episode 2! If you missed Episode 1, no worries… we’ll show the Episode 1 trailer to catch you up! In Episode 2 of Bridging the Gap, Director/Democrat Dave Rosenberg and Producer/Republican Susan Gorrell leave the […]

    Common Ground Workshop: Addressing Immigration (CCI Initiative)

    Host Organization: San Diego Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Encinitas Community and Senior Center 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas

    About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on the topic of immigration in the United States. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]

    Common Ground Workshop on Immigration brings together equal numbers of “Red” and “Blue” Participants for a constructive dialogue and to produce a consensus document

    Host Organization: Long Island Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    St Paul's Methodist Church 270 Main Street, Northport

    About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on the topic of immigration in the United States. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]

    Common Ground Workshop: Addressing Immigration

    Host Organization: Long Island Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    St Paul's Methodist Church 270 Main St., Northport

    About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on the topic of immigration in the United States. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]

    Local Community Debate: Ranked-choice voting

    Host Organization: North-Central New Mexico Alliance
    State/Region: NM
    Setting: In-person
    UNM Continuing Ed Conference Center 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque

    Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Elections should use ranked-choice voting. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Join us for this free Local Community Debate, where participants from across the ideological spectrum will have the […]

    Local Community Debate – Resolved: There should be a moratorium on new data centers.

    Host Organization: North Carolina Triad Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: In-person
    First Baptist Church 1000 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro

    Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: There should be a moratorium on new data centers. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Join us for this free Local Community Debate, where participants from across the ideological […]

    Clackamas County Braver Angels May Meeting

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    The Ledding Library 10660 SE 21st Ave, 10660 SE 21st Ave

    Do you speak to be understood? Do you speak to create a connection? Can you express your opinions without attacking someone else's? Let’s talk about it--It’s free! We have spent the last few sessions on the emotional aspects of listening and being heard. We have felt our emotions rise at certain phrases and statements. It […]

    Becoming a Courageous Citizen

    Host Organization: BA National
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    An introduction to Braver Angels with some reflective exercises and discussion. This presentation provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angles and an overview of its principals. During this presentation, participants will: Participate in several discussion activities. Watch a short video with a message from BraverAngels CEO Maury Giles Hear about the personal cost of […]

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Westchester Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Heritage Towers Community Room, White Plains 15 Stewart Place, White Plains

    The Westchester County Alliance presents The Insight Lounge:  An afternoon of fun, food, film, and conversations that matter We’ll play a short Braver Angels game, then sit back and watch a documentary, A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy, followed by a discussion. Come meet other alliance folks in a relaxed social setting and make new […]

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Berkeley/Oakland/San Francisco
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    What does racial justice mean to you?

    City Council Town Hall with David Leinweber, Brian Risley and Lynette Crow-Iverson June 2

    Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance
    Partner Org(s): Colorado Springs City Council
    State/Region: CO
    Setting: In-person
    Downtown Center YMCA 207 N Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs

    * Local Focus: Colorado Springs, Colorado Join Colorado Springs At-Large Councilmembers David Leinweber, Brian Risley and Lynette Crow-Iverson, along with city staff, for a Braver Angels-facilitated town hall on Tuesday, June 2, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Downtown Center YMCA (207 N Nevada Ave). City leaders invite residents to raise questions and help work […]

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!

    Civic Conversations

    Civic Conversations

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Bloomsburg
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: In-person
    McBride Memorial Library 500 North Market Street, Berwick

    Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules.

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT
    Partner Org(s): St. Paul's Episcopal Church
    State/Region: CT
    Setting: In-person
    St. Pauls on the Green One St. Paul's Place, Norwalk

    Hosted by: St. Paul's Episcopal Church Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free, three-hour workshop teaches participants: How to be […]

    Common Ground Workshop: Immigration

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: ID
    Setting: In-person
    Hyde Park Mennonite Fellowship 1520 N 12th St, Boise

    About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on the topic of immigration in the United States. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform, […]

    Navigating Difficult Conversations

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
    Partner Org(s): Living Hope United Methodist Church
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Living Hope United Methodist Church 126 Middletown Rd, Waterford

    This one-hour session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels and provides a “mini-experience” of what happens in one of Braver Angels' longer experiences. During the session, you will be presented with the problem of polarization and learn how Braver Angels workshops are structured to address this problem. You will then get to practice […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    St. Luke's Lutheran Church 3030 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
    Partner Org(s): Frederick County Public Libraries
    State/Region: MD
    Setting: In-person
    Brunswick Branch Library 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Talking Politics Meetup

    Talking Politics Meetup

    Host Organization: Southern Willamette Valley Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Oakshire Public House 207 Madison St., Eugene

    * Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield and surroundings, Oregon We will divide into pairs and have three, 20-minute, topic-focused conversations, followed by unstructured social time. Find your Braver Angels hosts at an outside table with BA posters.

    Washington State Welcomes Those New To Braver Angels

    Host Organization: Braver Angels
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: Online

    A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State Join us for an informal meet and greet and an opportunity to ask questions about Braver Angels. We will open with a short intro about Braver Angels and then introductions from attendees, followed by some social time that might include: ice breakers, break-out […]

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    BG's Food Cartel 4250 SW Rose Biggi Ave., Beaverton

    ** Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties Practice your depolarizing conversation skills in a Braver Angels casual meet-up, while supporting local businesses. Look for our signs at one of the picnic tables (we will be outside, so be prepared for the weather).

    Portland Metro BA Monthly Meeting

    Portland Metro BA Monthly Meeting

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Portland
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Montavilla Church 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland

    Local Focus: Portland, Oregon Monthly Discussion Meeting for Braver Angels Portland Metro ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering

    Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Montavilla Church 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland

    Join us at this monthly gathering where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed, simply show up! […]

    Welcome to Braver Angels-Wisconsin!

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: WI
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Local Focus: Wisconsin If you’re new to Braver Angels or just want to know more, join us online for "Welcome to Braver Angels-Wisconsin!" Meet other members, get an overview of the organization, learn how to get involved, and find out what’s happening in the state. Bring your questions and ideas for what you'd like to […]

    Alliance/Members Meeting – Idaho State Alliance Monthly Meeting (ID – State)

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: ID
    Setting: Online

    Join Idaho Braver Angels for our monthly state-wide meeting to learn about activities, get to know others in Idaho working on depolarization, and practice skills in speaking and listening according to Braver Angels principles. The meeting program lasts an hour with an optional 30 minutes of additional hang out time

    Debate Volunteer Forum

    Host Organization: BA National - Debates
    State/Region: - National
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Are you a Braver Angels Debate volunteer or volunteer-in-training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Volunteer Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate volunteers and volunteers-in-training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!